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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 806978

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This image displays a single page from a newspaper or magazine, dated February 1, 1959. The page is aged, with a yellowish-brown tone and visible creases, particularly along the right-hand margin, suggesting it's a preserved physical copy.

Header Information

At the top left, the page is stamped with the details of the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., located in Worcester, Mass., with a reference number "104,590". Below this stamp, the date "FEB 1 1959" is handwritten in blue ink. The top of the page also identifies the paper as the Sunday Telegram, with "Republican" printed below it.

Main Feature: Art Exhibition

The dominant content is an article titled “Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12”, written by WALTER MERKEL and subtitled “Art and Artists”.

  • Featured Artwork: A black-and-white photograph of Vincent van Gogh’s painting, “Landscape at Nuenen”, is prominently placed above the headline. A caption beneath the image reads: “‘LANDSCAPE AT NUENEN’ Van Gogh work is on exhibit at Boston Museum of Fine Arts”.

  • Article Content: The article is organized into several sections:

    • On Display: This section details an exhibition of works by Harvard undergraduates that will be on view at the Fogg Art Museum from February 12 to March 14. It mentions the organization of the show and its educational purpose.
    • At City Museum: Discusses upcoming exhibitions at the Worcester Art Museum, including works by Cassatt, Sargent, and Michael J. Strahan ’59.
    • At the Wildenstein: Reports on a show of 55 outstanding American and European paintings from the Corcoran Gallery of Art, on display in New York through March 7.
    • American Sculptors: Announces an exhibition of 79 works of sculpture from the Museum of Modern Art, New York, on display in Boston through August.
    • Brief Brushings: A short section mentioning other exhibitions around Boston, including prints by Phillip E. Rostand at the Boston Museum and a show of “Animals, Classical Antiquity” at the Williams College Museum.

The article provides a comprehensive preview of the art scene in the Boston and New England region for the early part of 1959, highlighting student shows, major museum exhibitions, and notable collections. The layout is traditional for a mid-20th-century newspaper, with dense blocks of text and a single illustrative photo.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper, specifically from the "Sunday Telegram" in Worcester, Massachusetts, dated February 1, 1959. The page contains an article about an art exhibition. The headline reads, "Art and Artists: Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12." The article is written by Walter Merkel and discusses a student collection exhibition curated by Michel J. Strauss '59 and Michael C. D. MacDonald '60, which is set to open at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on February 12. The exhibition is scheduled to be open to the public until March 14. The article provides details about the collection, the artists involved, and the types of art on display, including paintings, drawings, watercolors, graphic art, and sculpture. The exhibition is noted for showcasing the great activity of Harvard in the art world and for encouraging collecting.

There is also a smaller article titled "At the Wildenstein" which discusses another exhibition at the Wildenstein Gallery in New York, featuring 55 outstanding American and European paintings. The page also includes a section titled "Brief Brushings," which contains updates on various art exhibitions and events. Additionally, there is a picture of a landscape, likely by Van Gogh, titled "Landscape at Nuenen," which is mentioned to be on exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

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The image shows an old newspaper clipping from the Sunday Telegram and Worcester Republican, dated February 1, 1959. The clipping is pasted on a beige or light brown page.

The newspaper article is titled "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12" and is written by Walter Merkel. It discusses an exhibition of student collections at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The article mentions that the exhibition will feature 120 art objects lent by 35 undergraduates from Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges and will be open to the public from February 12 to March 14.

Above the article, there is a black-and-white illustration titled "Landscape at Nuenen," which is a Van Gogh work on exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

The article also includes sections titled "At City Museum," "At the Wildenstein," "American Sculptors," and "Brief Brushings," each providing information about various art exhibitions and events.

In the top left corner of the clipping, there is a sticker from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with the address "Box 2078, Boston 6, Richmond 2-4200." The clipping has been stamped with "FEB 1 1959" and has some handwritten notes and markings on it.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping on top of a piece of paper. The clipping is from a newspaper called "New England Telegraph" dated February 1, 1959. The clipping is about an exhibition that will open on February 12 at the Worcester Art Museum. The exhibition is called "Harvard Exhibition" and will feature 129 art objects from Harvard University. The exhibition will also include works from the Fogg Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The clipping also mentions that there will be an exhibition of American sculptors at the museum.

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The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper or magazine. The page contains two articles about art exhibitions and sculptures. The first article is titled "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12" and discusses an exhibition of student art collections at Harvard University. The second article is titled "American Sculptors" and talks about an exhibition of American sculptors at the Worcester Art Museum.

The page also contains a black and white photo of a landscape with trees and a person walking in the distance. The photo is labeled "Landscape at Nuenen" and is attributed to Van Gogh.

The page has a brownish color and appears to be made of paper. There is a small white label in the top left corner that reads "New England Newspaper Agency, Inc." and includes the date "FEB 1 1959".

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or publication dated February 1, 1959, from the Worcester Telegram, a newspaper based in Worcester, Massachusetts. The page features an article titled "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12", written by Walter Merrel. The article discusses an art exhibition organized by the Harvard University Art Museums, which opened on February 12, 1959.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline:

    • The main headline reads: "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12", indicating that the article is about an upcoming art exhibition at Harvard University.
  2. Visual Element:

    • At the top of the page, there is a black-and-white illustration or photograph labeled "LANDSCAPE AT NUENEN", attributed to Van Gogh. The caption notes that this work is on exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
  3. Content Overview:

    • The article provides details about the Harvard exhibition, which includes a diverse collection of art objects, such as paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures.
    • It mentions that the exhibition was organized by Michael J. Strauss and Michael Beckel, and it highlights the significance of the event for Harvard and the art world.
    • The article also references the American Sculptors exhibition, noting that it will open on May 11 and feature works by artists such as James Rosati, Theodore Roszak, and John S. Graham.
  4. Exhibition Details:

    • The Harvard exhibition is described as the first of its kind and includes works from the permanent collection of the Harvard Art Museums.
    • The article emphasizes the importance of the exhibition for students and the public, encouraging participation in the art world.
    • It mentions that the exhibition will feature works from the Corcoran Gallery of Art, the Wildenstein Gallery, and other notable collections.
  5. Additional Sections:

    • The page also includes a section titled "American Sculptors", which discusses upcoming exhibitions and artists.
    • Another section titled "Brief Brushings" provides brief notes on various art-related events and exhibitions, such as the Easter Academy in Exeter, New Hampshire, and the Williams College Art Museum.
  6. Layout and Design:

    • The page has a classic newspaper layout, with columns of text and a clear hierarchy of information.
    • The illustration of Van Gogh’s "Landscape at Nuenen" is prominently placed at the top, drawing attention to the featured artwork.

Summary:

The image depicts a newspaper page from February 1, 1959, highlighting an upcoming art exhibition at Harvard University, scheduled to open on February 12. The article emphasizes the significance of the event, details the featured artworks, and includes additional art-related news, such as upcoming exhibitions and artist highlights. The page also features a black-and-white illustration of Van Gogh’s "Landscape at Nuenen", which is noted to be on display at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping, dated "Feb 1, 1959," from the Sunday Telegram in Worcester, Massachusetts, discussing art exhibitions and updates. The top of the clipping features an image labeled "Landscape at Nuenen" by Van Gogh, denoting that the piece is on display at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Beneath the art image is the title "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12", with an article written by Walter Merkel, describing the upcoming exhibition organized by Harvard College’s Art Museums. It highlights the variety of artwork on display, including pieces from European masters like Van Gogh, Picasso, Guercino, and more. The exhibition aims to promote historical and cultural appreciation.

Additional sections of the article provide details about related exhibitions, mentions of American sculptors, and smaller art showcases.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping dated February 1, 1959. The clipping appears to be from the Sunday Telegram, Worcester, Mass., Republican newspaper.

The top of the clipping features a black and white image of a painting titled "Landscape at Nuenen," which is identified as a Van Gogh work on exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Below the image, the clipping contains an article titled "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12" by Walter Merkel. The article discusses an upcoming art exhibition featuring 120 art objects lent by 35 undergraduates from Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges. The exhibition will cover a broad range of artwork styles and periods, including drawings, watercolors, graphic art, painting, and sculpture.

Additional details in the article mention various artists and the locations of other art exhibits, including the City Museum in Worcester and the Wildenstein Gallery in New York. The article also touches on American sculptors and an upcoming Modern Art event planned for May.

Overall, the clipping is an informative piece about multiple art exhibitions relevant to the time. The newspaper page around the clipping is yellowed with age, indicating that it has been preserved for many years.

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The image shows an aged newspaper clipping pasted onto a brown paper sheet or a page of a scrapbook. The newspaper is dated "FEB 1 1959" at the top left corner. The headline of the article is "Art and Artists" with a subheading of "Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12." The article starts with a mention of a student collectors' exhibition that will be on display at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It highlights that this exhibition was organized by the Museum's staff. It further elaborates on the types of art, including pieces by Matisse, Monet, and Sisley. There is also a reference to a unique painting by David Soshensky.

Another section titled "At the Wildenstein" discusses forthcoming art collections and includes notable names such as Daumier, Gauguin, van Gogh, and others. There are mentions of various art exhibitions, pieces, and artists which were prevalent at the time.

The newspaper clipping also features an illustration with the caption "LANDSCAPE AT NUEUEN." The caption indicates that this Van Gogh work is on exhibit at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The illustration itself depicts a scenic landscape with trees and a pathway, resembling Van Gogh's style.

There is visible wear and tear on the newspaper, with folds, slight tears, and discolored paper, all indicative of its age. The brown paper on which the clipping is mounted also has creased edges and visible wear, adding to the overall vintage character of the document.

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The image shows a vintage scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping mounted on it. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a tree-lined path, with bare trees and a few small figures in the distance. The caption under the photo reads something like “Landscape at Nuenen – Van Gogh work is on exhibit at Boston Museum of Fine Arts.” Below the image is a bold headline: “Harvard Exhibition Opens Feb. 12,” with a byline and several columns of article text discussing the exhibit and artists. A small stamped date at the top left reads “FEB 1 1959.” The page itself is a light brown, worn sheet with the clipping neatly pasted in, and part of another page is visible along the right edge.